Relationship: Fever and turmeric

Evidence supporting the use of: Turmeric
For the health condition: Fever

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Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has been used for centuries in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, as a remedy for fever and various inflammatory conditions. Its main active compound, curcumin, is believed to possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. In traditional contexts, turmeric is often incorporated into herbal preparations, teas, or pastes aimed at "cooling" the body and reducing fever symptoms. Historical texts and folk remedies frequently cite turmeric as part of a holistic approach to lowering fever, often in combination with other herbs and supportive therapies.

However, scientific evidence specifically supporting turmeric’s efficacy in treating fever is limited. While laboratory studies indicate that curcumin can modulate inflammatory pathways and may reduce the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines—biological mechanisms that could theoretically help lower fever—there are very few clinical studies directly investigating turmeric or curcumin as a primary antipyretic (fever-reducing) agent in humans. Most research focuses on its effects in chronic inflammatory diseases rather than acute fever. Thus, while traditional use is well-documented, current scientific validation for its use in fever is weak, and turmeric should not replace established fever treatments in clinical practice.

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Evidence supporting the use of: Turmeric
For the health condition: Fever

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Evidence supporting the use of: TurmericFor the health condition: Fever

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Evidence supporting the use of: Turmeric
For the health condition: Fever